Mechanic- Full-Time - $24/HR

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Accident Insurance

Group Auto and Home

401K

Roth 401K

Season Passes & Tickets

Job summary

Six Flags Great America in Illinois seeks a diligent Ride Maintenance Technician responsible for the safe upkeep of park rides, machinery, and equipment. The role is full-time, year-round, hourly, with weekly pay, and includes comprehensive benefit options and retirement plans.

Responsibilities include inspections, rehab work, routine maintenance, and accurate record-keeping. Candidates should have multi-trade skills, strong troubleshooting ability, and the physical capacity to work at heights

Qualifications

• Two or more trades experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, welding or related fields.
• Ability to troubleshoot clearly, calmly and safely in guest presence.
• Strong mechanical, electrical & hydraulic experience.
• High safety sensitivity and ability to work with various mechanical devices.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Physical capacity for heights, climbing, confined spaces and lifting up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of rides and attractions.
• Perform rehab work on theme park rides and attractions.
• Maintain, erect, repair and troubleshoot rides and attractions.
• Visually inspect and listen to machines to locate malfunctions.
• Remove and replace worn or defective parts with hand/power tools.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment including rides.
• Keep daily duty log and maintenance records.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Hydraulics

Welding

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Job description

Responsible for the safe maintenance of park rides, machinery and equipment.

• Benefit options include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident Insurance, and Group Auto and Home
• Retirement Benefits Include: 401K & Roth 401K
• Exclusive Employee Perks and Pricing for Season Passes and Tickets

Overview:

Responsible for the safe maintenance of park rides, machinery and equipment.

Full-Time, Year Round, Hourly, paid weekly

Perks:

• Benefit options include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident Insurance, and Group Auto and Home
• Retirement Benefits Include: 401K & Roth 401K
• Exclusive Employee Perks and Pricing for Season Passes and Tickets

Responsibilities:

• Perform visual inspections of assigned rides and attractions
• Perform rehab work on theme park rides and attractions
• Maintain, erect, repair and trouble-shoot various theme park rides and attractions
• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions
• Remove and/or replace worn or defective parts using hand and/or power tools
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various equipment including rides and attractions
• Keep a daily duty log of maintenance work performed as well as accurate records of preventative maintenance

Qualifications:

• Should possess practical skill and proficient knowledge in two or more trades, such as: mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, carpentry, welding and small combustion engine repair and maintenance
• Must be able to trouble-shoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of Guests and fellow Team Members
• Should have strong mechanical, electrical & hydraulic experience
• Must possess strong safety sensitivity & ability to work with many different types of mechanical devises
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties, including climbing and working at heights up to and in excess of 150ft., crawling and working in confined spaces and lifting up to 100 lbs. Must be able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures. Must possess the physical dexterity to operate hand tools and motor vehicles
• Must have tools and equipment to perform required duties and tasks as assigned
• Must possess a valid Driver's License
• Must be 18 years or older